Probably one of the world's most misunderstood countries, Kazakhstan has more to offer than mankinis and toothless crones. While it was a funny film, Borat did nothing for Central Asia's's cool credentials. Enter Almaty & Astana, two of Kazakhstan's largest cities, both of which are seeing in influx in hip hotels, destination restaurants, trendy bars, cool clubs and stylish shops; get in quick, before the original outsider becomes the popular kid.